5:05 AM,
Jun. 30, 2013

Written by

Brian Truitt, USA TODAY

More than a year after its release, The Avengers is still proving powerful as it conquered the 39th annual Saturn Awards Wednesday night.

The superhero spectacle racked up four honors from the Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films including best science-fiction film, supporting actor (Clark Gregg), best director (Joss Whedon) and best special effects.

In other movie categories, Life of Pi won for best fantasy film, best horror/thriller went to The Cabin in the Woods and Skyfall was honored for best action/adventure film. ...